Clinton River Watershed Council

06/07/2026

We want to see your Clinton River Watershed photos and videos! In honor of River Day, we'll compile these images into a free downloadable e-book.Submit your images by sharing in the comments, inboxing us, or emailing [email protected] by June 13!

Every June, individuals, businesses, community groups, and local governments across the watershed join forces on River Day to enhance and celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair. Visit our website for a complete schedule of events - https://www.crwc.org/river-day!

Images by: Kahlan Robinson (Garter Snake), Johnny Palmer (Blue Bells), SheWanderstheWoods (Deer)

06/06/2026

Thank you to all of the partners, volunteers, teachers and students who helped make the Lake St. Clair Water Festival a success! Every year the festival provides free, hands-on opportunities for 4th and 5th grade students in Macomb County to learn about using and preserving our water resources. This year's event was held May 19 at Macomb Community College.

06/06/2026

Learn about the Clinton River through a guided hike along the river’s edge at this June 7 event hosted by Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center. Learn about native plants and wildlife and how to help keep the Clinton River healthy while cleaning up trash. Learn more at https://www.crwc.org/events/river-day.

About River Day: Every June, individuals, businesses, community groups, and local governments across the watershed join forces on River Day to enhance and celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair.

06/05/2026

Unfortunately, tomorrow's Paddlepalooza has been cancelled due to weather conditions and water levels. Registered participants will receive refunds. Please see this post from City of Auburn Hills for additional details.

Paddlepalooza is cancelled. Due to ongoing concerns regarding weather conditions and low water levels, we cannot ensure the safe and enjoyable experience that participants, volunteers, and spectators deserve. The safety of our participants has always been our highest priority, and current conditions have made it clear that moving forward with the event is not a responsible option. Participants who registered through Eventbrite will receive refunds. Hope to see you in 2027.

06/05/2026

Join Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve tomorrow, June 6 for River Day. Meander along their trails and visit their River Day stations. Learn how Trout Unlimited creates fish habitat in the creek and visit Rochester Pollinators to uncover the role of native plants along the river. Take part in a 60-second invasive species removal challenge, bring water shoes to get in the water and dip net for macroinvertebrates, try out water quality testing, and create a Gyotaku fish print. Register and learn more at https://www.crwc.org/river-day.

About River Day: Every June, individuals, businesses, community groups, and local governments across the watershed join forces on River Day to enhance and celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair.

06/05/2026

What lies at the bottom of the Clinton River? Find out when you explore the benthic layer with
Ray Township Public Library and Wolcott Mill Metropark at their June 6 event! Click here to learn more and to register! https://www.crwc.org/river-day

About River Day: Every June, individuals, businesses, community groups, and local governments across the watershed join forces on River Day to enhance and celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair. Huron-Clinton Metroparks

06/04/2026

Plan to get wet and dirty this River Day with Village of New Haven, Michigan. On June 6, work up a sweat planting flowers around the fountain at Fountain Park, then cool off in the creek in Centennial Cemetery! Includes a light lunch. Registration is NOT required, but preferred: email Lynette at [email protected]. Rain date is June 13. Learn more and view the complete schedule of events at https://www.crwc.org/river-day.

About River Day: Every June, individuals, businesses, community groups, and local governments across the watershed join forces on River Day to enhance and celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair.

06/04/2026

Do you have native plants in your yard?🌻
Do you live in the Clinton River Watershed? 🌊

Enter our River Day Green Yard contest! Just send us a photo of your yard for a chance to win!
Voting will take place June 15 - 19 on social media. The top vote getters will win bragging rights and a CRWC swag bag. Share your photos in the comments, inbox us, or send an email to [email protected] by June 13.

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06/04/2026

Any guesses as to what our social media friend Sarah and her kids found at Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm in City of Rochester Hills- Government?

Have you made any cool discoveries while exploring our watershed? Send us your photos and videos and we'll share them on ! Post them in the comments, inbox us, or send an email to [email protected].

06/03/2026

Which squares have you already checked off in bingo? Tell us in the comments, or share your photos and videos with via email ([email protected]), inbox, or the comments section. The first three participants to earn a bingo will receive a CRWC swag bag! Click here for more details and a complete list of River Day events. https://www.crwc.org/river-day-bingo

About River Day: Every June, individuals, businesses, community groups, and local governments across the watershed join forces on River Day to enhance and celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair.